KAISJP00249931 Cyber Security Principal
Role Overview
This is a senior-level cybersecurity engineering role focused on SIEM (Splunk), threat detection, incident response, and vulnerability management .
The position plays a critical role in protecting enterprise infrastructure , developing cybersecurity analytics , and improving security operations through automation and data-driven insights .
Key Skills for This Role
Full Job Posting
Fully Remote
Location Base: Greenwood Village, CO
Remote: Anywhere (aligned with role requirements)
Travel: None
Patient Access Building: No
Schedule
- Shift: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Role Overview
This is a senior-level cybersecurity engineering role focused on SIEM (Splunk), threat detection, incident response, and vulnerability management .
The position plays a critical role in protecting enterprise infrastructure , developing cybersecurity analytics , and improving security operations through automation and data-driven insights .
Top Responsibilities
- Administer and optimize Splunk Enterprise and Cribl Stream environments
- Support threat detection, incident response, and vulnerability analysis
- Develop cybersecurity analytics and improve enterprise security posture
Security Operations & Incident Response
Investigate and document security incidents and anomalous activity
Perform root cause analysis (RCA) for incidents
Support full incident lifecycle management
Create and manage security incidents and escalation processes
Threat & Vulnerability Management
Conduct vulnerability assessments and analyses
Identify risks and recommend: Remediation strategies Mitigation controls
Remediation strategies
Mitigation controls
Analyze adversary techniques to develop defensive strategies
SIEM Engineering (Splunk / Cribl)
Administer and maintain: Splunk Enterprise / Splunk Cloud Cribl Stream (data onboarding and routing)
Splunk Enterprise / Splunk Cloud
Cribl Stream (data onboarding and routing)
Develop cybersecurity analytics and dashboards
Integrate and process data from multiple sources into SIEM
Ensure system performance, reliability, and scalability
Security Analytics & Reporting
Build and maintain metrics and reporting programs
Develop actionable insights from: Logs Security events Threat intelligence sources
Logs
Security events
Threat intelligence sources
Translate data into security recommendations
Process Improvement & Optimization
Identify and implement security program improvements
Enhance detection, monitoring, and response capabilities
Recommend system and workflow enhancements
Infrastructure & Systems Support
Support large-scale Linux/Unix environments
Ensure security controls and system integrity
Validate and enhance security requirements and safeguards
Education & Experience
Required Education: Bachelor’s degree Computer Science, IT, Cybersecurity, or related field
Computer Science, IT, Cybersecurity, or related field
Experience Requirements: 8+ years total IT or related experience 5+ years Splunk Administration experience Strong background in cybersecurity operations
8+ years total IT or related experience
5+ years Splunk Administration experience
Strong background in cybersecurity operations
Required
Cribl Stream
Linux / Unix systems
SIEM architecture and administration
Security incident response
Vulnerability management
Preferred / Advanced
Threat intelligence frameworks
Security analytics and monitoring tools
Data ingestion and pipeline optimization
Top Skillsets Needed
- Splunk & SIEM administration (enterprise level)
- Linux/Unix systems expertise
- Cybersecurity incident response & analysis
Certifications Required
Splunk Certified Administrator
Cribl Certified Stream Administrator
Day-to-Day Work
Managing and optimizing Splunk environments
Onboarding and transforming data via Cribl
Investigating security incidents
Performing vulnerability assessments
Writing queries, dashboards, and alerts
Collaborating with security and IT teams
Ideal Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate:
Has deep expertise in Splunk and SIEM environments
Is experienced in cybersecurity operations and threat analysis
Can work independently in a high-impact, mission-critical role
Has strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
Is comfortable working with large-scale enterprise systems
Interview Process
Resume submission via portal
Hiring manager reviews and schedules interviews
No direct supplier outreach (DND)
Additional Details
Duration: Through December 31, 2026
Potential: Possible FTE conversion
Focus on enterprise security and cyber risk defense
Why This Role Matters
Protects critical systems supporting millions of users
Drives enterprise cybersecurity strategy and execution
Enhances threat detection and incident response capabilities
Plays a key role in data security, compliance, and risk reduction
About Kaiser Permanente
Integrated managed care consortium and healthcare provider system.
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